Citizenship by Investment
Turkish Citizenship by Real Estate Investment
Invest $400,000 in Turkish property and qualify for citizenship for you and your entire family. No residency requirement. Dual citizenship permitted.
Eligibility
Who qualifies
Minimum $400,000 property value
Confirmed by an SPK-licensed independent appraiser. The valuation report is a mandatory document for the application.
Property held for a minimum of 3 years
A "citizenship application" annotation is added to the TAPU (title deed) at the Land Registry. The annotation prevents sale during the hold period.
No prior criminal record
Applicants must provide apostilled criminal record certificates from their country of citizenship and any country of long-term residence.
No outstanding Turkish debt
Tax clearance and confirmation of no outstanding obligations to Turkish state institutions is required at submission.
Health insurance or SGK coverage
Applicants must hold valid health insurance for Turkey — either private international coverage or Turkish SGK (social security).
Genuine investment — no nominee arrangements
The property must be purchased in the applicant's own name. Nominee or trust arrangements are not accepted and will result in rejection.
Most nationalities are eligible. Citizens of Armenia, Syria, Cuba, and North Korea face restrictions under current Turkish policy. Contact us to confirm your nationality's eligibility.
Approved Nationalities
110+
nationalities approved under the Turkish citizenship by investment programme.
Check your eligibilityWhat Qualifies
Eligible property types
Multiple properties can be combined to reach the $400,000 threshold. Each must be appraised separately by an SPK-licensed valuator and annotated on its TAPU.
Residential apartments
From $400,000 — single unit or combined portfolio
Apartments in any Turkish city qualify. Istanbul, Antalya, Izmir, and Ankara are popular locations. New-build and resale both accepted.
Villas & houses
From $400,000 — single property or portfolio
Standalone villas and detached houses qualify. Coastal properties in Bodrum, Fethiye, and Kas are common among citizenship investors.
Commercial property
From $400,000
Offices, retail units, warehouses, and mixed-use commercial assets all qualify, provided they are legally titled (TAPU) in the applicant's name.
Land (with restrictions)
From $400,000 — construction-zoned only
Land qualifies where zoned for construction. Agricultural land near military zones does not qualify. Confirm zoning status with Ikamet before purchase.
Step by Step
From property to passport
Initial consultation
Eligibility check, budget planning, and property type preference. Ikamet confirms your nationality qualifies and outlines the full process.
Property search
Ikamet sources vetted properties meeting all CBI criteria — correct zoning, clear title, achievable valuation, and no legal encumbrances.
Due diligence
Title deed (TAPU) check, encumbrance search, military clearance (askerlik izni). Ikamet confirms the asset is safe to purchase.
Purchase & TAPU transfer
Purchase contracts signed, funds transferred via Turkish bank, TAPU issued to you at the Land Registry. Notary present throughout.
SPK appraisal
An SPK-licensed independent appraiser inspects the property and issues a valuation report confirming $400,000 or above.
3-year annotation
The Land Registry adds a "citizenship application" annotation to the TAPU. The 3-year holding period begins. Sale is legally restricted.
Application submission
All documents are compiled, sworn translations completed, and the full dossier submitted to the PMM via a licensed immigration attorney.
Citizenship & passport
Biometrics taken, Turkish ID card issued, passport produced. Processing takes 3–6 months from submission. Your family are now Turkish citizens.
Cost Breakdown
What does it cost?
Property investment
Minimum. Recovered on sale after the 3-year holding period.
$400,000+
SPK appraisal report
Independent valuation by SPK-licensed firm. Legally required.
~$500–800
Title deed transfer tax (tapu harcı)
4% of declared property value — paid to the Land Registry at transfer.
~$16,000
Government application fee
Payable to Turkish authorities at submission. Per applicant.
~$530 per person
Translation & notary
Sworn translations and notarisations. Varies by document count and family size.
~$2,000–4,000
Attorney fee
Independent licensed immigration attorney. Separate from Ikamet's fee.
~$1,500–3,000
Ikamet case management
Our service fee. Covers property sourcing, due diligence, coordination, and application management.
From $2,500
Total process cost (excluding property)
~$22,000–27,000
Approximate total of all fees, taxes, and service costs. Exact figure depends on property value, family size, and document complexity.
We prepare a full itemised quote before you commit. Contact us for a personalised breakdown.
FAQ
Common questions
Can I use multiple properties to reach $400,000?
Yes. A combined portfolio of properties is accepted, provided the total SPK-appraised value meets or exceeds the $400,000 threshold. Each property must have a separate citizenship annotation on its TAPU.
Does the property need to be new-build?
No. Resale properties qualify as long as an SPK-licensed independent appraiser confirms the market value is $400,000 or more. New-build and resale are treated equally under the programme.
Can I rent out the property during the 3-year hold?
Yes. Rental income is permitted during the mandatory 3-year holding period. The annotation on the TAPU restricts sale, not rental. Many applicants generate income from the property while the citizenship application is processed.
What happens if I sell before 3 years?
Citizenship can be revoked if the property is sold before the 3-year hold period expires. The "citizenship application" annotation added to the TAPU at the Land Registry legally prevents sale or transfer during this period — protecting both the applicant and the Turkish government.
Can my children get citizenship too?
Yes. Children under the age of 18 at the time of application are included automatically and receive full Turkish citizenship at no additional investment cost. Older children must apply separately as adults.
Do I need to visit Turkey to apply?
At least one visit is required — for biometrics and the TAPU transfer at the Land Registry. However, much of the process can be handled remotely via a notarised power of attorney. Ikamet will advise you on the minimum visit requirement based on your situation.
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